Innovative Skincare Clinical: White Bean & Spinach “Clean” Stew

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) Canned cannellini (white) beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1/2 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups Vegetable broth (or water)
• 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes(optional)
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Rinse and drain the cannellini beans. Measure the broth, seasonings, and lemon juice; rinse and set aside the spinach.

2. 2

   Cook (18 minutes): In a pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add onion and cook 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add beans, broth, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stew thickens slightly.

4. 4

   Stir in the spinach and cook 2 minutes until wilted. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve.